Wood Beez (Pray Like Aretha Franklin)
Faithless, Scritti Politti
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There's nothing I wouldn't be To get to be together There's nothing I wouldn't be My heart depends on me There's nothing I wouldn't do Including doing nothing There's nothing I wouldn't do For you to be with me now sugar Each time I go to bed I pray like Aretha Franklin Each time I go to bed I pray like Aretha Franklin Nothing, oh nothing Because baby, baooo I'm a would be W. O. O. D. I'm a would be would be B. E. E. Z. There's nothing I wouldn't do To make you want for nothing There's nothing I wouldn't do My heart belongs to you There's nothing we shouldn't do To get to be so happy There's nothing we shouldn't do Oh, let's forget taboo now sugar Each time I go to bed I pray like Aretha Franklin Each time I go to bed I pray like Aretha Franklin Nothing, oh nothing Because baby, baooo I'm a would be W. O. O. D. I'm a would be would be B. E. E. Z. Each time I love you You know what I need to do And each time I need you Oh, baby you know, you know, know, kn-know (I) (Ooh! ) (Ooh! ) Each time I go to bed I pray like Aretha Franklin Nothing, oh nothing Because baby, baooo I'm a would be I'm a would be W. O. O. D. I'm a would be would be B. E. E. Z. There's nothing I wouldn't take Oh, even intravenous There's nothing I wouldn't take To get to be approved There's nothing I wouldn't be Oh that's the gift of schizo There's nothing that's new to me I've seen it all before now sugar Each time I go to bed I pray like Aretha Franklin Each time I go to bed I pray like Aretha Franklin Nothing, oh nothing Because baby, baooo I'm a would be W. O. O. D. I'm a would be would be B. E. E. Z.
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Written by: Green Gartside
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8 facts about this song
Song Composition & ProductionThe song was written by Green Gartside, a key member of Scritti Politti.
- 'Wood Beez (Pray Like Aretha Franklin)' was produced by renowned producer Arif Mardin who has also worked with the likes of Aretha Franklin, the real-life muse for the song.
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Charts & SalesAfter its release in February 1984, 'Wood Beez' reached number 10 in the UK Singles Chart.
- Despite never charting in the United States, the song had considerable success in countries like New Zealand and the Netherlands.
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Critical AcclaimThe song was applauded for its beats, lyrics, and intricate synthesizer work.
- It has often been referred to as an example of "sophisti-pop", a subgenre characterized by its blend of soul, funk, and pop elements.
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Aretha Franklin InfluenceThe song's title, 'Wood Beez (Pray like Aretha Franklin)’, refers to the unparalleled vocal talent of soul legend Aretha Franklin.
- Though Franklin herself is not featured on the track, her influence is clear in the song’s gospel-infused vocal delivery.
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Song InterpretationDespite its upbeat rhythm, the song touches on the theme of insecurity and the feeling of inadequacy, evident in its lyrical content.
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Music VideoThe music video for 'Wood Beez' was directed by John Scarlett-Davis and featured animations by Nick Cudworth.
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Aretha Franklin's ResponseAfter the release of the song, Aretha Franklin was flattered by the homage and later collaborated with Scritti Politti on their 1988 song "Oh Patti (Don't Feel Sorry For Loverboy)".
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Album Recognition'Wood Beez' is a track on the album 'Cupid & Psyche 85', which is Scritti Politti's most commercially successful album and is often considered a highlight in 1980s pop music.
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